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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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An enormous boom wakes Artem from his sleep. He discovers that a reactor at the nuclear power plant in Chernobyl has exploded. With radiation everywhere, his family is forced to evacuate their town of Pripyat. But not everyone can go, and Artem's beloved dog Estas is left behind. Learning the fate of the abandoned animals, Artem mounts a dangerous rescue mission into a nuclear wasteland. Designed for Striving Readers.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the Sibert Honor–winning creator behind The Unwanted and Drowned City comes one of the darkest episodes in American history: the Spanish Influenza epidemic of 1918. This nonfiction graphic novel explores the causes, effects, and lessons learned from a major epidemic in our past, and is the perfect tool for engaging readers of all ages, especially teens and tweens learning from home.
New Year's Day, 1918. America has declared war...
3) Earthseed
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 10
Language
English
Description
Ship hurtles through space. Deep within its core, it carries the seed of humankind. Launched by the people of a dying Earth over a century ago, its mission is to find a habitable world for the children-fifteen-year-old Zoheret and her shipmates-whom it has created from its genetic banks.
To Zoheret and her shipmates, Ship has been mother, father, and loving teacher, preparing them for their biggest challenge: to survive on their own, on an uninhabited...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 9.2 - AR Pts: 9
Language
English
Description
The fascinating, little-known story of how two brilliant female physicists' groundbreaking discoveries led to the creation of the atomic bomb.
In 1934, Irène Curie, working with her husband and fellow scientist, Frederic Joliot, made a discovery that would change the world: artificial radioactivity. This breakthrough allowed scientists to modify elements and create new ones by altering the structure of atoms. Curie shared a Nobel Prize with her...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
National Science Teachers Association 2017 Top Science Trade Books for K-12 Students Nerdy Book Club Nerdies 2016 Longform Nonfiction Nonfiction Detectives: Best of 2016 Northland College Young Adult Notable Book Green Earth Book Award – YA Nonfiction 2017 Sigurd F. Olson Nature Writing Notable book * "A terrific, engrossing resource." -Booklist, STARRED review "This eye-opening book on the science and politics of agriculture...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Today, Indigenous Americans serve in the armed forces at a greater percentage than any other ethnicity. The contributions and heroism of Indigenous military personnel have aided the United States in every major conflict for the last 200 years. Readers are invited to celebrate the excellence and achievements of Indigenous American service members throughout history and today. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Indigenous nations have always been political bodies. In this book, readers will learn how the longhouse form of government worked, the peoples that used it, and the influence it had on U.S history and politics. Through these influences, readers are invited to celebrate Indigenous achievements and excellence in governing. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United...
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The social movements that defined the mid-20th century had lasting impacts on American society. This book takes a look at the American Indian Movement and how its activism brought much-needed attention to the injustices Indigenous Americans faced. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Students will learn about cultural appropriation and its cultural and economic impact on Indigenous peoples. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Indigenous historian and public scholar Heather Bruegl, a citizen of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin and a first-line descendent...
10) Boarding Schools
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Learn how education and government policy impacted generations of Indigenous families. Readers will understand the legacy of boarding schools on Indigenous cultures and the resilience of those cultures today. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Indigenous historian and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The journey towards full citizenship was long and winding for Indigenous peoples in the United States. Readers will come to understand how legal status affected the lives and opportunities of Indigenous peoples throughout American history. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Land Back movement is an ongoing political and social Indigenous movement. Readers will learn about what this movement is all about and the work that is being done to empower Indigenous peoples across the United States. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Indigenous...
13) Indian Removal
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Trail of Tears stands as a hallmark of the pain and displacement Indigenous peoples endured, but it was not the whole story. Readers will be introduced to the many removals that occurred throughout the United States and how those acts shaped Indigenous cultures today. The Racial Justice in America: Indigenous Peoples series explores the issues specific to the Indigenous communities in the United States in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
A middle-grade retelling of Richard Nixon's downfall, Bringing Down A President: The Watergate Scandal is an inventive and timely look at one of the biggest scandals to ever rock our nation by Andrea Balis and Elizabeth Levy, featuring graphic novel style illustrations by Tim Foley.
Comprised almost completely of primary source quotes (good thing Nixon's recorder was on) and interspersed with contextual narrative, this captivating account of the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Find out how a push for fair working conditions launched a civil rights movement that changed the country. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Books explore each topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Titles were developed with educator, advocate, and author Brenda Mendoza to reach children...
16) What Is the Difference Between Latinx, Latino, and Hispanic? / ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre ser L
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explore the vocabuary of identity in this book that helps make sense of the meaning behind cultural labels. Readers will explore the history behind the terms Latinx, Latino, and Hispanic and consider how and why they are used. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx American series explores the issues specific to the Latinx community in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Brenda Mendoza, an author, advocate,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 9
Language
English
Description
Eli and Maxine fight to escape both the hurricane sweeping Shackles Island and the phantoms haunting them in this richly written survival story.
TWO PEOPLE WITH LOSSESEli and Max both have good reasons to go to the lighthouse on Shackles Island. For Max, it's an old vacation spot, the rare location where she has only good memories -- so it's the right place to scatter her dad's ashes. For Eli, it's the highest point near his Louisiana home, with...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Learn how policy has shaped opportunity for American immigrants. Readers will understand what a "Dreamer" is and why they may hear that term in the news or their community. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx American series explores the issues specific to the Latinx community in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. This series was written by Brenda Mendoza, an author, advocate, and winner of the 2022 Latinx Educator Impact Award from...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Get lost in the colors, sounds, and songs of Latinx artists and musicians. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Excellence and Achievement series illuminates celebrates Latinx achievement and culture, while exploring racism in an honest and age-appropriate way. Written by Brenda Mendoza, an author, advocate, and winner of the 2022 Latinx Educator Impact Award from the Latinx Education Collaborative. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Perfect for annual Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, this book explores the history that brought so many people and cultures together into a shared heritage. The Racial Justice in America: Latinx Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Books explore each topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Titles were developed with educator,...